Wines to pair with duck and goose for Christmas
Rich, fatty meats such as duck and goose demand more from a wine than the traditional turkey. See our recommendations and tips for a perfect pairing...Roast goose is making a comeback on the Christmas...
View ArticleChristmas beef and wine pairing tips
Beef is a haven for red wine, effortlessly pairing with almost anything with a degree of success. But if you have splashed out on the Waygu and you want to impress your in-laws, these tips will keep...
View ArticleWines to drink with Christmas ham
Expert food and wine writer Fiona Beckett gives her advice on which bottles to open with a traditional Christmas ham.The one thing you can be sure of is that your ham will be sweet. No self respecting...
View ArticleBurns Night 2019: Wines and whiskies to match with haggis
Whether you're Scottish or you merely remember a good day trip to Edinburgh, Burns Night 2019 is an excellent excuse to reach for the much-underrated haggis, not to mention those neeps and tatties....
View ArticleGuide to pairing wine with chocolate
Pairing wine with chocolate may sound great, but it doesn't always work out so well in real life. Here are some pointers, and suggested matches for you try out. Matching wine and chocolate can be...
View ArticleWhat to drink with Pancakes
What to drink with Pancakes Quick Guide Pancake type Wine style Sugar & Lemon Moscato d’Asti or Prosecco Cheese and ham Gavi di Gavi, Muscadet or Pinot Blanc Chocolate Recioto Valpolicella,...
View ArticleItaly's best white wines with food
Italian white wines come in a huge range of styles, offering food lovers lots of potential for delicious pairings. Fiona Beckett travels from north to south in the country, seeking out the most...
View ArticleWine with lamb for Easter: What to drink
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with rosemary.Wine with Easter lamb: Quick guide Style of lamb Wine style Lamb cutlets or young lamb served pink Pinot Noir | Rosé Champagne | Bandol rosé Roast lamb served...
View ArticleBest wines to drink with lasagne - ask Decanter
What style of wine is best?Pairing lasagne and wine: Quick guide Beef lasagne calls for ripe, juicy red wines Try Barbera, Gamay, plus lighter styles of Carignan and Sangiovese Avoid too much oak and...
View ArticleWhat's the best wine to drink with risotto? Ask Decanter
What wine should you drink with your risotto?Risotto and wine pairing – at-a-glance: A good all-rounder wine to try is a Gavi. Mushroom risotto works well with aged whites with earthy flavours Try a...
View ArticleHow to pair wine with pizza
The art of Neapolitan pizza-making, known as 'Pizzaiuolo', got UNESCO heritage status in 2017. Wine with pizza: all-rounders Barbera | Gamay | Medium-bodied rosé | Sangiovese | Frappato | Fresh dry...
View ArticlePairing wine with salmon: What to choose
How do you like your salmon? Styles to look for when pairing wine with salmon: Style of salmon Wine style Seared salmon Chilled Pinot Noir, Chardonnay Smoked salmon Blanc de blancs Champagne, English...
View ArticleBest wines for a barbecue
What should you open at a barbecue?Summer is a time to take to the coals, when the sun is shining and the weather is sweet. Friends and family gather al fresco bringing an array of salads, sides and...
View ArticleWhich wines go well with lobster? Ask Decanter
From Champagne to Ribolla Gialla; there are plenty of options for matching wines with lobster. Wines with lobster at-a-glance Do try: Vintage Champagne, especially blanc de blancs Sparkling rosé,...
View ArticleInsider tips for pairing Champagne with food
Oysters and blanc de blancs Champagne is a classic, but there are plenty of other options, too...Five ways to pair Champagne with food this week Blanc de blancs non-vintage with fresh oysters or to cut...
View ArticleHow to pair wine with burgers
Do you have a top wine and burger combination?Wine with burgers: Styles to consider Cabernet Sauvignon Syrah Shiraz Sangiovese Cabernet Franc Bandol-style Rosé or Grüner Veltliner with chicken...
View ArticleWines with scallops: What sommeliers drink
From seared to ceviche, scallops can work with a range of wines. Styles to try when pairing wine with scallops: Scallop ceviche or raw: Riesling, Albarino, Chablis, Vermentino Seared scallops: Chenin...
View ArticleHow to pair wine with sushi
Sushi can work with many wines, from Pinot to ChablisWine with sushi – Pairings to consider: Kai / Shiromi: Dry, mineral white wines Sunomono / Dashi: Koshu Akami: Pinot Noir Edomae: Bordeaux, Rioja...
View ArticleWhat wine goes well with pork?
Will it be the German Riesling or the Grenache? Perhaps it's fairer to try both... A few styles to consider when pairing wine with pork: German Riesling Condrieu / Viognier Chenin Blanc Pinot Noir Red...
View ArticleWine with Christmas turkey - Food pairing
Classic suggestions for wine with Christmas turkey: Full bodied, oaked white wines, such as white Burgundy or California Chardonnay Mature Bordeaux, Rioja or Chianti Classico Beaujolais Red Burgundy...
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